100 franc 1965 — Belgium ( Pick: 134 )
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Europe
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 100 franc issued in Belgium in 1965. It is cataloged under Pick number 134. The note features a front design dated from February 1, 1962, to April 23, 1975, in violet on a multicolor underprint. The text includes "Lambert Lom-EDUG DW OHIW" and "4 VLJQDWXUH YDULHWLHV." The back displays an allegorical figure at the center. It measures 138 x 69 mm and includes a watermark of King Baudouin I.
The note is signed by R. Magdonelle and H. Ansiaux. A total of 1,950,000 pieces were produced. The use of violet on a multicolor underprint, along with unique inscriptions, specifies this entry among banknotes issued in Belgium.
This banknote was part of a series prominently featured in mid-20th century Belgian currency, reflecting the artistic and printing techniques of the era.
The note is signed by R. Magdonelle and H. Ansiaux. A total of 1,950,000 pieces were produced. The use of violet on a multicolor underprint, along with unique inscriptions, specifies this entry among banknotes issued in Belgium.
This banknote was part of a series prominently featured in mid-20th century Belgian currency, reflecting the artistic and printing techniques of the era.
Specifications
- Signed by
- R. Magdonelle & H. Ansiaux
- Date of issue
- 1962-1975
- Paper
- Paper
- Colour
- Violet on multicolor underprint
- Dimensions
- 138 x 69 mm
- Amount produced
- 1,950,000
- Pick catalog
- 134
About this banknote
The National Bank of Belgium issued the 100 franc banknote (Pick 134) in 1965, as part of a series introduced between 1962 and 1975. This series was designed to modernize Belgium's currency and featured prominent national figures and landmarks.
The obverse of the banknote displays a portrait of Lambert Lombard, a notable Belgian Renaissance painter and architect, on the left side. The reverse features an allegorical figure at the center. The banknote measures 138 x 69 mm and has a watermark depicting King Baudouin I. It was demonetized on June 11, 1981.
